Comments by ksavali
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Posted on May 7 at 10:58 p.m.
Teach4Peace & Macgems:
Thank you for your supportive words as well. It really means the world to me in the presence of such negativity.
Froggie:
I really appreciate your words. If I make my father half as proud of me, as I have always, and continue to be, of him, then I am satisfied.
My family, and I, look forward to witnessing the continued positive growth in the city of Natchez.
Once again, congratulations to our new Aldermen.
Posted on May 7 at 9:56 p.m.
Ntzcitizen39120:
Thank you for your supportive words. I am truly sorry that your son had to go through that experience.
Posted on May 7 at 9:50 p.m.
Dear Mike8427:
First, let me say, "Thank you." Thank you for showing my father appreciation for a job well done. I had not intended to respond to the turn that this thread had taken; but your civilized response, as opposed to the comments pertaining to this issue above you, allows me to do so without lowering myself to immature conversation.
With that said, I do not, nor have I ever, held a grudge against Officer Nations. He is not, nor has ever been, important enough for me to do so. The incident happened happened when I was 17 or 18 years old. I assure you, it is past.
I was simply responding to the blatant falsehood/innuendo that I was arrested, and or, ticketed for a DUI; and by means of his "all-powerful," corrupt influence, my father made it disappear.
I did not expose those lies in an attempt to villify, or even to discuss Officer Nations, and frankly, I hope this ends the aspect of the thread pertaining to him.
Once again, "Thank you," for your kind words. I, and my family, really appreciate them.
Sincerely,
Kirsten West Savali
Posted on May 7 at 3:33 p.m.
SInce birth, a love for Natchez, and it's citzens, has been instilled me. My grandfather, and grandmother, served as alderman/woman, before my father ran for the position. SInce the age of 10 years old, I can remember the people of Ward 4 knocking at our door at all hours of the night, and morning, for money, for assistance with a family member that had been, in their opinion, falsely arrested. I remember hysterical phone calls from people that needed help, and knew, that if no one else would do it, Alderman West could be counted upon, no matter what time of day or night, to do all that was within his power. I remember traveling, and where-ever we went, he would discuss the beauty of Natchez with complete strangers, and urge them to visit. I remember him giving jobs to people that needed them, not because they were so qualified, but because he believes in helping people to help themselves. Hiring people that would otherwise have no where to turn, is just one of the ways he shows his love for citizens of Ward 4. I was raised hearing him say. "If you can help someone, you do it. Simple as that."
If my father is guilty of anything, it is having a big heart. He has struggled with this economy, he has struggled with recovery from a heart attack, he has struggled with the very city, and "family", that he has poured his heart and soul into for over 20 years turn it's back on him when he needs the support that he has always so unselfishly given.
It saddens, and angers me, that this is the response to all his years of service. But, like you, "sayitloud," albeit for very different reasons, I am not shocked.
To all his supporters, thank you all. Regardless of any official capacity, regardless of naysayers, my father, as always, remains dedicated the citizens of Ward 4.
Congratulations to Mr. Fields. As you know, your father and mine were best friends, more like brothers than some real brothers are. I remember him coming over for breakfast and dinner all the time. He would jokingly ask my father about my mother, "What did our wife cook today?" If a day went by without seeing him in our home, I would be surprised. He was truly FAMILY to me, as ours has been to you, and I love and miss him still. I'm sure he would be proud of you, and the honorable campaign you've run.
Once again, thank you to all the constituents of Ward 4 who voted for my father. It is greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Kirsten West Savali
Posted on May 7 at 3:31 p.m.
1.) Fact 1: Our family in general, nor my father specifically, owns a store on, or near, Dr. Martin L. King Jr. St.
2.) Fact 2: I was pulled over by Officer GARY NATIONS in high school without cause with my toddler nephew in the backseat. Handcuffed, and treated like a criminal for a mistake in the NPD record-keeping about my "suspended license." ( a speeding ticket that had been taken care of previously) I have never driven under the influence, and most certainly have never received a DUI, nor has my father. After an investigation, that took into account the many complaints against Officer Nations, it was deemed by the police department that it would be best for him to be off the streets. I also received an apology for his misconduct from the city.
I appreciate the belief that Mr. West seems to be all powerful, but in this case, not only is this information wrong, it is slanderous against myself, and my father. Be lucky you decided to write behind a screen name "eyeinthesky." Since you seem to know so much, you are well aware that slander is punishable by law.
Posted on May 7 at 3:28 p.m.
Greetings citizens:
I decided to check the comments, and to thank any, and all, people who may have shown support for my father, Mr. Theodore "Bubber" West. Who, regardless of the popular opinion in this thread, has served this city, and Ward 4, with honor, and a genuine desire to do what is best for the city of Natchez. I could enumerate his contributions to this city, and Ward 4, from Concord Park, to the renovations on Minor St., to advocating raises for the Fire Department, but I wil not. Simply because those citizens that ignore rumors, those citizens that separate civilian business issues from political issues already recognize and appreciate all he has done, and will continue to do for this city.
To my surprise, the vast majority of what I see is ignorant name- calling, and falsehoods being perpetuated behind screen-names. So to, hopefully, steer this conversation back to one of maturity, let me set the record straight on a couple of lies found within this thread.
Posted on February 21 at 9:46 p.m.
First of all, I am fully aware that there are African-American people with nice houses, and a promising career path. I, and the vast majority of my family, are in that number.
I think it is you that should get your head out of the sand. There are many other ethnicities of people other than "black" and "white." This election is not about race to intelligent, progressive thinking individuals, only those that are unwilling to see an African-American man in office make it about race. It is about improving the quality of life for all ethnicities.
For the record, I did not say that "white people ruined the country," I said President George W. Bush has...and I stand by that 100%. You should understand what you're reading before you attempt to quote someone.
Lastly, your statement of," the white man made it great for all others to sponge off of," shows that we have a long way to go in Natchez, MS before equality is achieved for all. NOT because African-American people are waiting on hand-outs; but because we have to deal with under-cover racist people that are laboring under the mis-guided misconception that "white" people are a supreme race.
That is one of the most ignorant statements I've read in a very long time. Thank you for that laugh....Natchezbum1.
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Posted on May 7 at 11:23 p.m.
What a wonderful article Dr. Killelea. I guess I'll have to join the masses, and forgive you for those shots too!
I have nothing but the fondest memories of you, and just seeing your picture brought them all back with a huge smile on my face. I am married now with a three year old son, and another son due in June, and it's been about 17 years since I've seen you. I'm so glad you're well, and enjoying life.
With love,
Kirsten West Savali
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